Archived News for Professionals in State Government

New South Wales Premier Mike Baird wants to overhaul the state's political donation system, in the same week that questions are raised about his own business links.

Criminal cop claims in SA take-down

Eight police officers have now been arrested over charges of theft and abuse of public office.

Hateful rate needs shifting now

A survey has found truly disturbing rates of violent attitudes towards women among everyday Australians.

Trust rests with nearest government

Local government remains the most trusted level of government in Australia, according to the latest results of a major national survey by Griffith University.

Huge Snowy flows not enough for some

Billions of litres of water have flooded the Snowy River in efforts to revive the parched river.

Port site could swing on poll result

Melbourne will have a second container port, but the rest of the plan hinges on an upcoming state election.

Slim spill fines line EPA up for inquiry

A parliamentary inquiry will look into the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA), following several big spills and small fines.

Cement factory cited in deadly claims

An urgent investigation has been launched into the treatment of an asbestos-laden factory, which was also a popular playground for many years.

Liberals pledge to take back solar costs in QLD

Queensland Premier Campbell Newman says he will cut the cost of the solar bonus scheme from electricity prices if he wins the upcoming state election.

Study shows power bills weigh down broadly

New surveys show a large section of Australian society is struggling to cover power costs.

Call to re-mix city numbers for better links

A review of councils has found a few reforms that could help people connect with their local government.

Huge housing plan slowed by power fight

A huge residential project near Byron bay has been referred to the NSW corruption watchdog.

Iron price takes toll on WA public sector

WA Premier Colin Barnett says about 1500 hundred public sector jobs will be cut, and hinted that his Government will not be able to deliver a surplus in 2014-15 due to rough iron ore prices.

No freeze means cuts come from places of need

Government figures are meeting with unions in Tasmania, as the scrapping of a public sector wage freeze means more jobs will be cut.

Palmer deal keeps green light on top tier

The Greens, Palmer United Party and Labor have banded together to keep final say on mining environmental approvals in Federal hands.

Bus driver assaults prompt timely reminder

A new survey suggests that public transport timetable frustration has led to a high level of physical attacks on drivers.

Spoil moves to solid ground, new suggestions needed

The dredge spoil from the contentious expansion of the Abbot Point Port will be dumped on land, and could even be used to improve the environment in which it rests.

Talking down the toll of suicide

A new report says that conversation can save lives.

Study to find how bad apples rise

“Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely” - an old adage reinforced almost daily, but does the tendency for the vile to get ahead really exist?